Thank You Experts

[Mike]

I'm a fairly intelegent guy by most standards, but I find picking up
programming to be a paradigm shift from my daily routine of IT support. It
is not always an easy paradigm to shift into. I periodically get frustrated
by all of requisite terms and technologies required to "master" the
concepts. It reminds me of those "Choose Your Own Adventure" books I used
to read as a kid. Today it is string processing, tomorrow it is XML/XSLT,
the next day it is matering a particular form control. There is always
something new - and of course that is part of the intrigue.

All of that being said, I really appreciate this forum and all of the
contributors to the forum. .I'm writing this note to say thank you for the
invaluble resource you provide, the time you take and the spirit of helping
your neighbor that is behind the practice. I appreciate your leadership in
the field and think you all deserve a big round of cyber-applause. Your
contributions to the group have helped me get over some hurdles early on and
will continue to do so as I progress through my personal learning curve. So
Thank You Thank You Thank You.

You are much appreciated.

Mike

 

[steve]

i was thinking about doing the same thing a few days ago but Mike was
faster!

So... Let me just say that I completely agree with him. If it wasn't for
this group I am sure my little application would be *at least*
a month behind (20%).

I find it fascinating and greately appreciated to have highly trained
professonals, with years in the field and tons of certifications give you
advice for free.

I, too, applaude all the contributors and the team spirit.

-steve

PS: Mike, I think under the circumstances people will forgive our "out of
topic" thread !...